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Bromus rubens

Also Known As

  • Anisantha madritensis
  • Bromus madritensis ssp. rubens
  • Compact Brome
  • Foxtail Chess
  • Red Brome
  • Spanish Brome

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-20"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Bromus rubens plant details

Bromus rubens is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bromus rubens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bromus rubens

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Bromus rubens plant

How to Grow Bromus rubens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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